2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (328 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
